Southern Shores NC

This ocean to sound residential town is made up of around _ year round residents.  If there’s one thing you want to do after living a lot of time in the surrounding cities typically to the North, that would definitely include the idea to move to a laid back community of Southern Shores.  This is an ideal location, close to shopping, businesses and recreation.  If you do need to get off the beach, you are just a short distance to the Wright Bridge, which can take you inland to Currituck or Norfolk and Hampton Roads area of Virginia.  Within a little over an hour, you can hop a flight to wherever you like in Norfolk (ORF) and many residents prefer to live here and travel for their work.  If you are interested in having that type of livestyle and you enjoy beaches and nature, then Southern Shores NC is the perfect place for you!

What makes Southern Shores so distinct?

Right off the bat, you have to note that there are 4 miles of sandy beaches that you can enjoy in the town. The local Southern Shores Civic Association maintains over 70 access points in this town for use by the residents and SSCA members from the Sound to the Ocean.  To the west or Interior you have miles of canals and sound front for cruising, watersports, (wakeboarding, skiing & tubing), fishing, crabbing or just relaxing.  That means you have much to do as you explore the town and make the most of what it has to offer.  You are connected to nature, and you are situated in the rich maritime forests, in a quiet neighborhood feeling.  There are many property options in both homes for sale and vacant land for sale.  This is the place where locals like to live and vacationers and guests love to visit.  Many visitors decide to make Southern Shores NC their home when looking for a change of pace, second home or as their retirement home.

And that’s why moving to Southern Shores NC can be so amazing. There are many luxurious Southern Shores homes available for sale or for rent.  Whether you are looking to buy a vacation home or a vacation rental home,  the region is highly sought after and Yes, who wouldn’t like to live in an ocean to sound, quiet, natural beach community?  While Southern Shores if not for everyone,  it is a great place to own real estate with the low property taxes, minimal crime rate, consistent increase in property values and a very active community.  

Thankfully, the town of Southern Shores NC has many unique homes for sale from the coastal cottages, contemporary, classic, ranch, reverse floor plans, so it’s a very good idea to have Winston and Whitney to help you in finding the perfect fit for you.  The have after all been here in real estate since 1997. The zip code of 27949 includes all Southern Shores NC, Kitty Hawk NC, Duck NC, and while they share the same zip code they offer different living experiences.  You will find that compared to other beach and coastal towns and communities up and down the east coast, the outer banks of North Carolina and Southern Shores NC offers a unique experience.  It is also very affordable,  with home prices that are quite affordable. Even if you want a luxurious home, you won’t pay a huge amount of money for it.

Short history

Master Arthur Barlowe and Captain Philip Adamas visited the region where you can find Southern Shores in July 1584. They found the region that became Southern Shores during the 1940s-1960s. In fact, Frank Stick had the idea to create a premier seaside community in this region. He actually got a property in the Southern Shores and soon started to invest in and was instrumental in develop the area, with the help of Kitty Hawk Land Company.

Activities and interest points

Southern Shores is a great residential town, and the fact that it does come with a multitude of incredible benefits, plus, there many nice activities here.  Surfing, Boating, Fishing, shelling, yoga, biking, running with many paths and access points it is just a great place to get outdoors.  There are also multiple restaurants, cafés and diners here and nearby.

If you want to find a waterfront, ocean front, canal front,  property in Southern Shores NC, then you should consider clicking on the link below to all the property listings for sale in Southern Shores.

Southern Shores Property for sale

Don’t hesitate and invest into a Southern Shores property right now. Check out listings and get the best homes for sale and land for sale at affordable prices. You will be quite impressed with the results you will get in the end!